Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Gainesville, FL
Minimum Qualifications Master's Degree in counseling, psychology or related mental health field and one year of mental health counseling and crisis intervention experience, or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. A Post-Master's Education Specialist (Ed.S.) Degree is equivalent to the required education and one year of related work experience in suicide and crisis intervention. Licensure in mental health, marriage and family counseling or any related mental health field is required within two years of employment. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Position Summary This is responsible professional work providing crisis intervention counseling, supervision and training of Crisis Center Care Team members and the development of professional relationships with various outside agencies for the County's Crisis Center. An employee assigned to this classification provides supervision and guidance to both volunteers (professional and paraprofessional) and graduate students, assists in case management, counsels clients and helps to maintain a continuous community suicide prevention and crisis intervention program. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of the results obtained. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Provides supervision and clinical training to graduate students toward their certification/ licensure. Meets weekly with staff and volunteers through individual and group conferences in analyzing case problems and in improving their diagnostic and clinical counseling skills. Assists in case management review of case records established for each contact within the crisis intervention program Provides clinical therapy and counseling to individuals, couples and families. May also refer clients to appropriate agencies or services in the community. Provides after-hours on-call supervision for all Crisis Center workers. Provides counseling services on crisis phone line. Develops and maintains effective liaison with assisting community mental health and other agencies. Serves as the CIT (Crisis Intervention Team) Coordinator for North Central Florida, providing training and crisis situation role playing for 911 operators, hostage negotiation teams and other law enforcement agencies. Assists with coordination and supervision of all services and projects for the Survivors of Suicide within Alachua County, including the Suicide Memory Garden at Cofrin Park. Informs community organizations of Crisis Center suicide prevention and crisis intervention techniques, procedures, and services available. Consults with staff concerning services to clients and volunteers and coordinates and assists implementation of program policies and procedures. Ensures proper coding for statistical information and monitoring of center activities. Provides consulting and clinical services to County staff and administrators in support of the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Coordinates activities, groups, and internal projects geared toward personal and professional development of volunteers, graduate students, and staff. Provides crisis intervention services via mobile crisis outreach team. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle regularly to respond to crisis calls 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week; drives to offsite locations to conduct training and/or participate in outreach events. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations relating to the operation of community crisis intervention programs. Considerable knowledge of current techniques, principles and practices of crisis intervention and suicide prevention programs. Skill in the use of personal computers including word processing programs. Ability to work with and counsel suicidal/distraught clients. Ability to function in a team setting. Ability to supervise and appraise volunteers and students. Ability to coordinate and assist in the effective and efficient implementation of policies and procedures. Ability to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations and coordinate and supervise volunteers and students in emergency situations. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to make public presentations before community organizations about the program. Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with assisting agencies, other County departments and employees and the general public. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach and to be mobile. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, and distance vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Full-time
Minimum Qualifications Master's Degree in counseling, psychology or related mental health field and one year of mental health counseling and crisis intervention experience, or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. A Post-Master's Education Specialist (Ed.S.) Degree is equivalent to the required education and one year of related work experience in suicide and crisis intervention. Licensure in mental health, marriage and family counseling or any related mental health field is required within two years of employment. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Position Summary This is responsible professional work providing crisis intervention counseling, supervision and training of Crisis Center Care Team members and the development of professional relationships with various outside agencies for the County's Crisis Center. An employee assigned to this classification provides supervision and guidance to both volunteers (professional and paraprofessional) and graduate students, assists in case management, counsels clients and helps to maintain a continuous community suicide prevention and crisis intervention program. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of the results obtained. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Provides supervision and clinical training to graduate students toward their certification/ licensure. Meets weekly with staff and volunteers through individual and group conferences in analyzing case problems and in improving their diagnostic and clinical counseling skills. Assists in case management review of case records established for each contact within the crisis intervention program Provides clinical therapy and counseling to individuals, couples and families. May also refer clients to appropriate agencies or services in the community. Provides after-hours on-call supervision for all Crisis Center workers. Provides counseling services on crisis phone line. Develops and maintains effective liaison with assisting community mental health and other agencies. Serves as the CIT (Crisis Intervention Team) Coordinator for North Central Florida, providing training and crisis situation role playing for 911 operators, hostage negotiation teams and other law enforcement agencies. Assists with coordination and supervision of all services and projects for the Survivors of Suicide within Alachua County, including the Suicide Memory Garden at Cofrin Park. Informs community organizations of Crisis Center suicide prevention and crisis intervention techniques, procedures, and services available. Consults with staff concerning services to clients and volunteers and coordinates and assists implementation of program policies and procedures. Ensures proper coding for statistical information and monitoring of center activities. Provides consulting and clinical services to County staff and administrators in support of the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Coordinates activities, groups, and internal projects geared toward personal and professional development of volunteers, graduate students, and staff. Provides crisis intervention services via mobile crisis outreach team. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle regularly to respond to crisis calls 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week; drives to offsite locations to conduct training and/or participate in outreach events. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations relating to the operation of community crisis intervention programs. Considerable knowledge of current techniques, principles and practices of crisis intervention and suicide prevention programs. Skill in the use of personal computers including word processing programs. Ability to work with and counsel suicidal/distraught clients. Ability to function in a team setting. Ability to supervise and appraise volunteers and students. Ability to coordinate and assist in the effective and efficient implementation of policies and procedures. Ability to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations and coordinate and supervise volunteers and students in emergency situations. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to make public presentations before community organizations about the program. Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with assisting agencies, other County departments and employees and the general public. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach and to be mobile. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, and distance vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Gainesville, FL
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in real estate, finance, business or public administration, or related field and three years of experience in community, housing, or economic development, real estate, grants, or finance; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is responsible and professional work in all phases of economic development in support of affordable and workforce housing in the Alachua County Community Support Services Department, Housing Division. An employee assigned to this classification performs complex assignments and will serve as the coordinator for affordable and workforce housing strategic development, assist in the administration and use of Housing Trust Fund and Infrastructure Sales Tax Funds, manage real estate transactions, negotiate lease agreements, and will ensure compliance with grant regulations. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability, and communication. Assist s in the administration and use of Housing Trust Fund and Infrastructure Sales Tax funds. Assists with the creation and implementation of housing and economic development projects and coordinate developer negotiation efforts related to the development of County-owned surplus properties and public/private partnership efforts. Plans, develops, pursues, identifies, coordinates, and administers affordable housing residential projects; assists in coordinating land acquisitions and clearing, financing and construction activities in accordance with program policies and requirements; prepares requirements and specifications for redevelopment projects and real estate closing documents. Ensures project compliance with grant regulations; negotiates, prepares, and administers contracts and agreements; monitors timeliness and performance requirements; manages real estate transactions and negotiates lease agreements. Compiles and analyzes data that may impact the need for and preservation of affordable housing in the County and creates reports, maps, and other visualizations to present and share findings. Related data may include, but is not limited to economic trends, housing costs, demographic characteristics, and land use trends. Performs the necessary underwriting analysis and subsidy layering reviews in accordance with federal, state , and local standards for proposed housing development and rental projects. Develops, handles, and maintains criteria used to evaluate proposed housing development and rental projects. Participates as the financial expert as part of scoring or selection panel for proposed housing projects. Represents the County at housing related organizations and events. Engages with the development community, non-profits, and other agencies to expedite affordable housing projects and ideas. Completes quarterly reconciliation of associated systems. Reviews payment requests to ensure the request complies with contractual requirements and project pro forms development budgets. Coordinates payments to ensure construction progress is accurate. Reviews projects for compliance or breach of contract issues as part of the compliance review process. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle for property visits, monitoring visits at various sites, and logistics and development meetings throughout the county. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of (or ability to learn) local, state, and federal regulations related to economic development, affordable housing, and housing development. Knowledge of real estate-related transactions and paperwork including preparation of loans, loan settlement procedures, title and closing documents for real estate. Knowledge of standard business and management practices and procedures, office practices, procedures, and equipment. Knowledge of record keeping, report preparation, and electronic and paper filing methods. Knowledge of general office policies and procedures, computers, and general office equipment. Skills in operating a computer and related software including, but not limited to, Microsoft programs, grant management and loan servicing software. Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word. General principles of accounting or bookkeeping skills. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including public speaking and preparing written reports and memoranda. Ability to service and manage loans and grants. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to analyze and interpret data to forecast trends, make informed decisions, and to create reports. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear, and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; stoop, kneel, or crouch; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Full-time
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in real estate, finance, business or public administration, or related field and three years of experience in community, housing, or economic development, real estate, grants, or finance; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is responsible and professional work in all phases of economic development in support of affordable and workforce housing in the Alachua County Community Support Services Department, Housing Division. An employee assigned to this classification performs complex assignments and will serve as the coordinator for affordable and workforce housing strategic development, assist in the administration and use of Housing Trust Fund and Infrastructure Sales Tax Funds, manage real estate transactions, negotiate lease agreements, and will ensure compliance with grant regulations. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability, and communication. Assist s in the administration and use of Housing Trust Fund and Infrastructure Sales Tax funds. Assists with the creation and implementation of housing and economic development projects and coordinate developer negotiation efforts related to the development of County-owned surplus properties and public/private partnership efforts. Plans, develops, pursues, identifies, coordinates, and administers affordable housing residential projects; assists in coordinating land acquisitions and clearing, financing and construction activities in accordance with program policies and requirements; prepares requirements and specifications for redevelopment projects and real estate closing documents. Ensures project compliance with grant regulations; negotiates, prepares, and administers contracts and agreements; monitors timeliness and performance requirements; manages real estate transactions and negotiates lease agreements. Compiles and analyzes data that may impact the need for and preservation of affordable housing in the County and creates reports, maps, and other visualizations to present and share findings. Related data may include, but is not limited to economic trends, housing costs, demographic characteristics, and land use trends. Performs the necessary underwriting analysis and subsidy layering reviews in accordance with federal, state , and local standards for proposed housing development and rental projects. Develops, handles, and maintains criteria used to evaluate proposed housing development and rental projects. Participates as the financial expert as part of scoring or selection panel for proposed housing projects. Represents the County at housing related organizations and events. Engages with the development community, non-profits, and other agencies to expedite affordable housing projects and ideas. Completes quarterly reconciliation of associated systems. Reviews payment requests to ensure the request complies with contractual requirements and project pro forms development budgets. Coordinates payments to ensure construction progress is accurate. Reviews projects for compliance or breach of contract issues as part of the compliance review process. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle for property visits, monitoring visits at various sites, and logistics and development meetings throughout the county. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of (or ability to learn) local, state, and federal regulations related to economic development, affordable housing, and housing development. Knowledge of real estate-related transactions and paperwork including preparation of loans, loan settlement procedures, title and closing documents for real estate. Knowledge of standard business and management practices and procedures, office practices, procedures, and equipment. Knowledge of record keeping, report preparation, and electronic and paper filing methods. Knowledge of general office policies and procedures, computers, and general office equipment. Skills in operating a computer and related software including, but not limited to, Microsoft programs, grant management and loan servicing software. Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word. General principles of accounting or bookkeeping skills. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including public speaking and preparing written reports and memoranda. Ability to service and manage loans and grants. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to analyze and interpret data to forecast trends, make informed decisions, and to create reports. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear, and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; stoop, kneel, or crouch; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Gainesville, FL
Minimum Qualifications FIREFIGHTER TRAINEE BASE SALARY $39,936.00 ANNUALLY FIREFIGHTER (FF/EMT) BASE SALARY $46,550.15 ANNUALLY CLEARED PARAMEDIC INCENTIVE $7,500.00 Applicants for these positions must be a high school graduate or have a GED. Successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination, criminal history background check, and driving record check are required prior to employment. Upon submission of application, proof of the following must be provided: 1. A sworn affidavit attesting to the non-use of tobacco products. Click this link to retrieve tobacco affidavit. 2. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. 3. Successful applicants must meet all requirements for Drivers as listed in Florida Statutes 401.281. Prior to the interview date, proof of the following must be provided: Candidates must possess a valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) Certificate provided by an authorized CPAT testing center OR the candidate must have passed Alachua County's Fireground Physical Ability Test (FPAT) prior to interview date. Valid CPAT certificates must be dated within 1 year of application date. Upon appointment to position, the following must be completed and maintained as a condition of employment: Firefighter (Level 0) AND Firefighter (Level 1) Successful completion of State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program within 1 year of employment. Successful completion of State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance program within 1 year of employment. Successful completion of department certified sixteen hour Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) within first months of employment Continued certification is required to continue employment Successful completion of twelve month probationary period. Applicants who are hired by Alachua County Fire Rescue will receive a sponsorship for Firefighter and/or EMT certifications if the applicant does not already have these certifications. Upon obtaining those certifications or proof of completion of these certifications, employees advance to Firefighter Level 1 base salary $46,550.15. The department offers a $7,500 incentive for cleared paramedics. Position Summary This is responsible technical work in the Fire Rescue Services Department protecting life and property by performing firefighting, driving apparatus, performing emergency medical aid, hazardous materials and fire prevention duties. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for safely transporting a crew and medical equipment to the patient, assisting in providing immediate care to the critically ill or injured on an emergency basis, transporting the patient to a medical facility, and performing firefighter duties including combating, extinguishing and preventing fires as required. Work is performed within standard operating procedure guidelines and an employee is expected to exercise independent judgment, based upon firefighting and emergency medical training. Work is performed under a higher- level supervisor and is reviewed through observation of Leadworker Paramedics results obtained. This position reports directly to a Lieutenant when assigned on a fire apparatus or a Rescue Lieutenant when assigned on a Rescue. Classification Level Pay Structure: The Alachua County Fire Rescue pay structure includes classification levels defined by both educational and length of service with the department. New employees will be classified in the following manner upon hire: Firefighter Trainee (Level 0): This classification includes employees who do not meet the minimum requirements for Firefighter Level 1 because they do not possess a current State of Florida Certificate of Compliance and/or a State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification. Employees in the Level 0 classification will be paid $12.000 hourly/ $39,936.00 annually and will be required to obtain both certifications within the first 12-months of employment. Firefighter (Level 1): This classification includes employees who meet all of the minimum qualifications for Firefighter Level 1 which includes a current State of Florida Certificate of Compliance and a State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification. Employees in this classification will be paid $18.6499 hourly/ $46,550.15 annually. Paramedic Incentive Pay: Alachua County Fire Rescue offers a $7500 annual incentive in addition to the annual salary to all applicable bargaining unit employees who possess a State of Florida Paramedic certification and receive medical clearance certification by the Alachua County Medical Director. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Performs firefighting activities including operating related fire equipment, laying hose, and performing fire combat, containment and extinguishment tasks. Provides emergency medical treatment to the Basic Life Support level of certification and training. Provides assistance with Advanced Life Support medical procedures. Receives emergency and non-emergency calls from dispatch; drives the emergency unit to the call and/or hospital using the most expeditious route. Utilizes all required safety measures when performing assigned job duties. Responds to medical, rescue, fire and other emergency and non-emergency calls. Operates radio in accordance with system standards and guidelines. Assists in loading patient and/or transportation of patient to a medical facility. Makes up stretcher and cleans inside of vehicle after each call. Inspects vehicle daily; insures that vehicle is clean, fully equipped and in proper operating condition and in compliance with all state and local laws. Prepares reports as required. Attends and participates in company drills and training sessions. Performs routine station housekeeping and routine office work as required. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of emergency medical, rescue and fire equipment, operation and maintenance. Knowledge of basic life support emergency medical treatment. Knowledge of fire prevention, suppression, and extinguishing techniques. Knowledge of defensive driving techniques and methods and ability to execute such methods quickly and efficiently. Knowledge of Alachua County's street systems and geography. Knowledge of departmental Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), Standard Operating Guidelines (SOG) manuals, and Rules & Regulations. Ability to rapidly determine locations by quadrant addressing. Ability to react quickly and efficiently in emergency situations. Ability to receive, follow and execute orders from a supervisor. Ability to follow precise technical instructions in an emergency situation. Ability to learn and operate relatively complex firefighting and rescue equipment. Ability to perform prolonged and difficult work under adverse conditions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and representatives from other agencies. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; frequently lift and/or move 50 pounds; and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outdoor weather conditions and is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and with explosives and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Full-time
Minimum Qualifications FIREFIGHTER TRAINEE BASE SALARY $39,936.00 ANNUALLY FIREFIGHTER (FF/EMT) BASE SALARY $46,550.15 ANNUALLY CLEARED PARAMEDIC INCENTIVE $7,500.00 Applicants for these positions must be a high school graduate or have a GED. Successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination, criminal history background check, and driving record check are required prior to employment. Upon submission of application, proof of the following must be provided: 1. A sworn affidavit attesting to the non-use of tobacco products. Click this link to retrieve tobacco affidavit. 2. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. 3. Successful applicants must meet all requirements for Drivers as listed in Florida Statutes 401.281. Prior to the interview date, proof of the following must be provided: Candidates must possess a valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) Certificate provided by an authorized CPAT testing center OR the candidate must have passed Alachua County's Fireground Physical Ability Test (FPAT) prior to interview date. Valid CPAT certificates must be dated within 1 year of application date. Upon appointment to position, the following must be completed and maintained as a condition of employment: Firefighter (Level 0) AND Firefighter (Level 1) Successful completion of State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program within 1 year of employment. Successful completion of State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance program within 1 year of employment. Successful completion of department certified sixteen hour Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) within first months of employment Continued certification is required to continue employment Successful completion of twelve month probationary period. Applicants who are hired by Alachua County Fire Rescue will receive a sponsorship for Firefighter and/or EMT certifications if the applicant does not already have these certifications. Upon obtaining those certifications or proof of completion of these certifications, employees advance to Firefighter Level 1 base salary $46,550.15. The department offers a $7,500 incentive for cleared paramedics. Position Summary This is responsible technical work in the Fire Rescue Services Department protecting life and property by performing firefighting, driving apparatus, performing emergency medical aid, hazardous materials and fire prevention duties. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for safely transporting a crew and medical equipment to the patient, assisting in providing immediate care to the critically ill or injured on an emergency basis, transporting the patient to a medical facility, and performing firefighter duties including combating, extinguishing and preventing fires as required. Work is performed within standard operating procedure guidelines and an employee is expected to exercise independent judgment, based upon firefighting and emergency medical training. Work is performed under a higher- level supervisor and is reviewed through observation of Leadworker Paramedics results obtained. This position reports directly to a Lieutenant when assigned on a fire apparatus or a Rescue Lieutenant when assigned on a Rescue. Classification Level Pay Structure: The Alachua County Fire Rescue pay structure includes classification levels defined by both educational and length of service with the department. New employees will be classified in the following manner upon hire: Firefighter Trainee (Level 0): This classification includes employees who do not meet the minimum requirements for Firefighter Level 1 because they do not possess a current State of Florida Certificate of Compliance and/or a State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification. Employees in the Level 0 classification will be paid $12.000 hourly/ $39,936.00 annually and will be required to obtain both certifications within the first 12-months of employment. Firefighter (Level 1): This classification includes employees who meet all of the minimum qualifications for Firefighter Level 1 which includes a current State of Florida Certificate of Compliance and a State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification. Employees in this classification will be paid $18.6499 hourly/ $46,550.15 annually. Paramedic Incentive Pay: Alachua County Fire Rescue offers a $7500 annual incentive in addition to the annual salary to all applicable bargaining unit employees who possess a State of Florida Paramedic certification and receive medical clearance certification by the Alachua County Medical Director. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Performs firefighting activities including operating related fire equipment, laying hose, and performing fire combat, containment and extinguishment tasks. Provides emergency medical treatment to the Basic Life Support level of certification and training. Provides assistance with Advanced Life Support medical procedures. Receives emergency and non-emergency calls from dispatch; drives the emergency unit to the call and/or hospital using the most expeditious route. Utilizes all required safety measures when performing assigned job duties. Responds to medical, rescue, fire and other emergency and non-emergency calls. Operates radio in accordance with system standards and guidelines. Assists in loading patient and/or transportation of patient to a medical facility. Makes up stretcher and cleans inside of vehicle after each call. Inspects vehicle daily; insures that vehicle is clean, fully equipped and in proper operating condition and in compliance with all state and local laws. Prepares reports as required. Attends and participates in company drills and training sessions. Performs routine station housekeeping and routine office work as required. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of emergency medical, rescue and fire equipment, operation and maintenance. Knowledge of basic life support emergency medical treatment. Knowledge of fire prevention, suppression, and extinguishing techniques. Knowledge of defensive driving techniques and methods and ability to execute such methods quickly and efficiently. Knowledge of Alachua County's street systems and geography. Knowledge of departmental Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), Standard Operating Guidelines (SOG) manuals, and Rules & Regulations. Ability to rapidly determine locations by quadrant addressing. Ability to react quickly and efficiently in emergency situations. Ability to receive, follow and execute orders from a supervisor. Ability to follow precise technical instructions in an emergency situation. Ability to learn and operate relatively complex firefighting and rescue equipment. Ability to perform prolonged and difficult work under adverse conditions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and representatives from other agencies. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; frequently lift and/or move 50 pounds; and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outdoor weather conditions and is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and with explosives and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
The John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts
Washington DC
About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to all full-time employees including: Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA Flexible work arrangements We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2022 staff video! Job Description The primary responsibility of this position is to coordinate the presentation and/or production of performances and events presented by and/or at the Kennedy Center. This position primarily manages and administers production operation details of multiple productions and events with many occurring at the same time or in rapid reoccurring sequence in theaters and event spaces. The Production Manager will be responsible for creatively solving production problems while working within the guidelines of labor agreements, existing inventories, and available schedule; while keeping with the policies, procedures, and standards of the Kennedy Center. The Production Manager will also at times serve or provide guidance as in-house production designer for major fund-raising events of the Kennedy Center and occasionally collaborate on general aesthetics of some stage presentations and outside events. Key Responsibilities As Production Manager for theatrical productions, including touring Broadway attractions, Award/Variety type television shows, international theater companies, major and international ballet companies, as well as Kennedy Center productions, and rentals. The Production Manager contacts artist and/or artist’s management to request technical information, receives technical forms and stage plots from programming staff, artists or traveling productions, and determines production needs, crew (Stagehands, wardrobe, hair and make-up) staffing, and schedule requirements. Serves as primary production liaison for all productions assigned. Maintains and disseminates technical specifications of the venue(s); reviews artist show contracts and technical specifications; provides production budgets, schedules, labor estimates; schedules crews; orders production equipment and supplies and reports trucking activities. Prepares and distributes production schedules to departments affiliated with presentations including: Programming, Security, Facilities and Theater Management. As Production Manager for internal and external special events: serve as production liaison for clients and artists : maintain and disseminate to perspective clients technical specifications of the venue(s); review artist show contracts and technical specifications; provide production budgets, schedules, and labor estimates; collaborate on the design of scenic and lighting décor; and produce appropriate plots. Schedule crews; order production equipment and supplies; report trucking activities. . Prepare and distribute production schedules and layout plans including drawings of ground or space plans, to departments affiliated with presentations including, but not limited to: Programming, Security, Facilities and Theater Management. As Production Manager, oversees or acts as scenic and lighting designer for Kennedy Center events that may include: NSO Ball, Mark Twain Prize Gala, WNO Opening Gala; Chairman’s Lunch; Spring Gala; WNO Opera Ball, 4th of July Gala. Works closely with Special Events staff to develop, construct and implement creative design. Create appropriate scenic, lighting and seating plots, ensuring that the event is code compliant with respect to egress. Work with vendors to produce scenic elements. Provides administrative support in Production Operations and Maintenance; maintains event schedule; coordinates Building Service group set-ups & breakdowns; orders and tracks production equipment and supplies; assists Project Manager with yearly budget. Other duties as assigned such as overseeing maintenance or capital improvement projects in theater spaces. Key Qualifications A minimum of 10 years in professional theatrical production management, technical production, stage management, and some aspect of production design is required. Bachelor's degree and experience in theatrical design or theatrical technical management is strongly recommended. Thorough working knowledge of all areas of theatrical production and presentation. Thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including, Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access. Basic working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Vector works is essential. Knowledge of Arts Vision software for production and programming calendars a plus. Excellent organizational, communication and financial management skills as well as supervisory experience is necessary in order to successfully and efficiently facilitate the duties of a manager in this department. Department projects and productions span from small to very large inter-department festivals, attractions, and events. The ability to work well under pressure, and prioritize in a multi-task environment is essential. Must be able to translate the artistic and financial concerns of the Kennedy Center while ensuring the safe and successful mounting of productions or presentations. Must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area Additional Information Frequent travel to/from office to other parts of the building. Not unusual to walk 5-6 miles, including climbing stairs. Must be able to work odd hours including evenings, nights, weekends, and frequently work well beyond 50 hours/week. This is a very busy, fast-paced environment which requires flexibility in adjusting to changing priorities and demands. Safety, guest service and teamwork are primary values in this Department. The sound and light levels in the work environment, particularly for theatrical events, can vary greatly. Senior Production Managers must be capable of dealing with while monitoring work environments where it is loud, dusty, variable lighting levels, and where many distractions happen simultaneously. Occasional travel to observe complex productions is a possibility.
Full Time Regular
About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to all full-time employees including: Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA Flexible work arrangements We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2022 staff video! Job Description The primary responsibility of this position is to coordinate the presentation and/or production of performances and events presented by and/or at the Kennedy Center. This position primarily manages and administers production operation details of multiple productions and events with many occurring at the same time or in rapid reoccurring sequence in theaters and event spaces. The Production Manager will be responsible for creatively solving production problems while working within the guidelines of labor agreements, existing inventories, and available schedule; while keeping with the policies, procedures, and standards of the Kennedy Center. The Production Manager will also at times serve or provide guidance as in-house production designer for major fund-raising events of the Kennedy Center and occasionally collaborate on general aesthetics of some stage presentations and outside events. Key Responsibilities As Production Manager for theatrical productions, including touring Broadway attractions, Award/Variety type television shows, international theater companies, major and international ballet companies, as well as Kennedy Center productions, and rentals. The Production Manager contacts artist and/or artist’s management to request technical information, receives technical forms and stage plots from programming staff, artists or traveling productions, and determines production needs, crew (Stagehands, wardrobe, hair and make-up) staffing, and schedule requirements. Serves as primary production liaison for all productions assigned. Maintains and disseminates technical specifications of the venue(s); reviews artist show contracts and technical specifications; provides production budgets, schedules, labor estimates; schedules crews; orders production equipment and supplies and reports trucking activities. Prepares and distributes production schedules to departments affiliated with presentations including: Programming, Security, Facilities and Theater Management. As Production Manager for internal and external special events: serve as production liaison for clients and artists : maintain and disseminate to perspective clients technical specifications of the venue(s); review artist show contracts and technical specifications; provide production budgets, schedules, and labor estimates; collaborate on the design of scenic and lighting décor; and produce appropriate plots. Schedule crews; order production equipment and supplies; report trucking activities. . Prepare and distribute production schedules and layout plans including drawings of ground or space plans, to departments affiliated with presentations including, but not limited to: Programming, Security, Facilities and Theater Management. As Production Manager, oversees or acts as scenic and lighting designer for Kennedy Center events that may include: NSO Ball, Mark Twain Prize Gala, WNO Opening Gala; Chairman’s Lunch; Spring Gala; WNO Opera Ball, 4th of July Gala. Works closely with Special Events staff to develop, construct and implement creative design. Create appropriate scenic, lighting and seating plots, ensuring that the event is code compliant with respect to egress. Work with vendors to produce scenic elements. Provides administrative support in Production Operations and Maintenance; maintains event schedule; coordinates Building Service group set-ups & breakdowns; orders and tracks production equipment and supplies; assists Project Manager with yearly budget. Other duties as assigned such as overseeing maintenance or capital improvement projects in theater spaces. Key Qualifications A minimum of 10 years in professional theatrical production management, technical production, stage management, and some aspect of production design is required. Bachelor's degree and experience in theatrical design or theatrical technical management is strongly recommended. Thorough working knowledge of all areas of theatrical production and presentation. Thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including, Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access. Basic working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Vector works is essential. Knowledge of Arts Vision software for production and programming calendars a plus. Excellent organizational, communication and financial management skills as well as supervisory experience is necessary in order to successfully and efficiently facilitate the duties of a manager in this department. Department projects and productions span from small to very large inter-department festivals, attractions, and events. The ability to work well under pressure, and prioritize in a multi-task environment is essential. Must be able to translate the artistic and financial concerns of the Kennedy Center while ensuring the safe and successful mounting of productions or presentations. Must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area Additional Information Frequent travel to/from office to other parts of the building. Not unusual to walk 5-6 miles, including climbing stairs. Must be able to work odd hours including evenings, nights, weekends, and frequently work well beyond 50 hours/week. This is a very busy, fast-paced environment which requires flexibility in adjusting to changing priorities and demands. Safety, guest service and teamwork are primary values in this Department. The sound and light levels in the work environment, particularly for theatrical events, can vary greatly. Senior Production Managers must be capable of dealing with while monitoring work environments where it is loud, dusty, variable lighting levels, and where many distractions happen simultaneously. Occasional travel to observe complex productions is a possibility.